A client with schizophrenia is receiving depot injections of Haldol Decanoate (haloperidol decanoate). The client should be told to return for his next injection in: A. 1 week B. 2 weeks C. 4 weeks D. 6 weeks Correct Answer: C. 4 weeks Option C: Haldol decanoate is… Read More »
A client with breast cancer is returned to the room following a right total mastectomy. The nurse should: A. Keep the client’s right arm on the bed beside her B. Place the client’s right arm in a dependent sling C. Elevate the client’s right arm on pillows D. Place the client’s… Read More »
Which of the following skin lesions is associated with Lyme’s disease? A. Bull’s eye rash B. Spider veins C. Bullae D. Scaly, silvery skin patches Correct Answer: A. Bull’s eye rash Option A: Lyme’s disease produces a characteristic annular or circular rash sometimes described as a “bull’s… Read More »
A client develops tremors while withdrawing from alcohol. Which medication is routinely administered to lessen physiological effects of alcohol withdrawal? A. Dolophine (methadone) B. Ativan (lorazepam) C. Narcan (Naloxone) D. Antabuse (disulfiram) Correct Answer: B. Ativan (lorazepam) Option B: Benzodiazepines such as clonazepam and lorazepam are given… Read More »
A child with a croup is placed in a cool, high-humidity tent connected to room air. The primary purpose of the tent is to: A. Provide a moist environment with oxygen at 50% B. Moisten secretions and relieve laryngospasm C. Prevent insensible water loss D. Prevent dehydration and reduce fever … Read More »
The primary purpose for using a continuous passive motion (CPM) machine for the client with a total knee repair is to help: A. Inhibit lactic acid production in the leg muscles B. Prevent contractures C. Decrease the pain associated with early ambulation D. Promote flexion of the artificial joint … Read More »
The LPN is reviewing the lab results of an elderly client when she notes a urine specific gravity of 1.006. The nurse recognizes that: A. The client has impaired renal function B. The client has a normal specific gravity C. The client has mild dehydration D. The client has low sodium… Read More »
The nurse is caring for a client with a history of diverticulitis. The client complains of abdominal pain, fever, and diarrhea. Which food was responsible for the client’s symptoms? A. Eggs B. Yogurt C. Whole-grain cereal D. Baked fish Correct Answer: C. Whole-grain cereal Option C: Diverticulitis… Read More »
A 3-year-old is immobilized in a hip spica cast. Which discharge instruction should be given to the parents? A. Keep the bed flat, with a small pillow beneath the cast B. Provide crayons and a coloring book for play activity C. Increase her intake of high-calorie foods for healing D. Tuck… Read More »
A neurological consult has been ordered for a pediatric client with suspected petit mal seizures. The client with petit mal seizures can be expected to have: A. Short, abrupt muscle contraction B. Quick, bilateral severe jerking movements C. Abrupt loss of muscle tone D. A brief lapse in consciousness … Read More »